**Higher Voter Turnout Marks Improved Elections in FCT** In a recent Area Council election held in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) reported a significant increase in voter turnout, marking an improvement over previous elections. The elections, which took place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, saw a voter turnout of about 15% of registered voters, a notable rise compared to previous exercises. The INEC also commended residents of the FCT for their peaceful conduct during the elections, which were largely devoid of violence or disruptions. However, some voters faced challenges in locating their designated polling units, a situation that INEC attributed to the creation of split polling units in areas with a high number of registered voters. To address this issue, INEC took the initiative of displaying voter registers at designated centers four days prior to the election, allowing voters to confirm their details and polling unit locations. Additionally, text messages and emails were sent to affected voters to remind them of the locations of their split polling units. In an effort to dispel rumors of voters being moved to different polling units, INEC clarified that no voters were relocated, but rather split polling units were created to avoid congestion on election day. These split units were located just a few meters away from the original polling units, within the same premises. The results of the election were announced late on Saturday, February 21, 2026, with the exception of the Kuje Area Council, which was announced on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 3:30 pm due to the challenging terrain in one of the electoral wards. While there is still room for improvement, the increased voter turnout and peaceful conduct of the elections are positive signs for the electoral process in Nigeria. As the country continues to work towards consolidating its democratic gains, initiatives such as these demonstrate a commitment to making the electoral process more accessible and inclusive for all citizens.